As a part of Linux Team support deliverables, the engineer is required to possess strong knowledge of Linux products and technologies and provide advanced level technical support to global customers. Apply advanced technical knowledge to operate one or more technology areas (e.g. Linux server administration, technical security management, Database management and performance management) for customers that are critical or high-risk. Integrate technical knowledge and business
understanding to create superior solutions for customers . Have a strong customer focus and
sensitivity in dealing with diverse cultures and ability to learn and adapt quickly.
Eligibility & Qualification :
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (or Equivalent).
- Experience : 5 to 7 years of total experience in IT and 5+ years of relevant experience in Enterprise
Linux technical support environment
Relevant certification on the latest track like RHCSA / RHCEITIL certification is an added advantageFlexible to work in 24X7 support environment and shared servicesKey Responsibilities :
Resolve customer’s issues via the telephone, email or remote sessions.Regular follow ups with customers with recommendations, updates, and action plans.Identify and escalate issues in a timely manner to vendor according to Standard OperatingProcedures.
Collaborate with other CoE / HW teams in diagnosing and isolating the cause of complexissues.
Maintain quality on case documentation, SLA timeframes and operational metrics.Performs within the Productivity Measure of the team (scorecard)Incident Management : Resolve single and cross technology incidents independently.Change Management / Implementation : Independently prepare, review, implement, rollbackand test plan for change records. Perform risk and impact analysis for changes, may lead or
participate in Change Advisory Board.
Patch and Security Management : Apply patch and security changes per policy. Proactivelymonitor the environment for patch compliance. Analyse patches for compatibility with each
customer or internal infrastructure environment.
Configuration Management : Ensure Configuration Management Database (CMDB) entriesare complete and accurate.
Quality : May provide feedback / influence change in internal and / or vendor-providedproducts / service offerings.
Project / Account Management : Participate and propose in internal projects acrosstechnology customers, including Knowledge Transfer (KT) and Transition. Create Standard
Operating Procedure (SOP)
Reproducing issues in-house and responding back in a timely manner.Leverage internal technical expertise, including peers, mentors, knowledge base, communityforums and other internal tools, to provide the most effective solutions to customer issues.
Customer Relationship Management : Influence with customers and / or internalbusinesses / end users regarding operational details, solutions, and proposals. Becoming a
trusted advisor to the customer.
Teamwork : Work as part of a team, which may be virtual, global, and / or multi-functional.Lead teams which address operational processes and policies in work area. Seen as a
resource to the team in one or more technical or business areas. Becoming a trusted advisor
inside and outside the team / technology area.
Technical Skills :
Strong Knowledge in installing, configuring, troubleshooting and Administration of all flavours ofLinux. (Level 2 / Level 2+)
Troubleshooting networking issues in Linux environment.Strong understanding and hands on of Cluster Services in Redhat / SUSE and veritasActively participate in Disaster Recovery planning and conducting DR tests.Responsible for Standard Operating procedures issuance to incident management team.Routine Performance Analysis, Capacity analysis, security audit analysis reports to customer fornecessary planned changes
Linux Vulnerability assessment and MitigationIntermediate knowledge on shell script for automating the routine tasksKnowledge on Patch deployment solutions – Redhat Satellite, SUSE ManagerWorking knowledge on Redhat, CentOS, SUSE Linux, AIX, and HP-UXExperience in virtualization technologies like Vmware, RHVMNon-Technical Skills :
Excellent written and verbal communication skills Commitment to deliver high quality product andsolution support.
Must achieve excellent customer satisfactionTake ownership and work with high productivity and efficiency.Support other team members and seek their advice to make decisions on complex issues.Deliver trainings when required.